East Sydney Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Caption---- Traffic in Sydney Cove
Caption---- Traffic in Sydney Cove
The Classic shot of the opera house and harbour bridge from Mrs Macquaries's Chair just after sunset. #architecture
To see the famous sights of Sydney from the water without a hefty price tag, hop on the ferry to Manly Beach. It travels past Sydney's most iconic locations and is a fraction of the cost of a 'proper' cruise.

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At the moment and until June 8, Sydney is putting on the ritz with their annual light festival, Vivid. Every night from  6pm until midnight the city comes alive with a cacophony of light installations and interactive activities.  Rug up, wear your walking shoes and have a fabulous time.  #vividsydney #vividcanon #fssydney #goldenhour #colourful #stunningstructures

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Where to stay in East Sydney

Woolloomooloo showing a hotel

Woolloomooloo

Woolloomooloo is a destination visitors seek out for its abundant dining options, colourful gardens and waterfront views. You might want to check out attractions like Woolloomooloo Wharf or William Street while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Woolloomooloo
Shangri-La Sydney

Shangri-La Sydney

5 out of 5
176 Cumberland Street The Rocks NSW
The price is AU$360 per night from 1 Apr to 2 Apr
AU$360
1 Apr - 2 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,552 reviews)
Could not fault anything, amazing staff and spotless room

Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026

Shangri-La Sydney
Four Seasons Hotel Sydney

Four Seasons Hotel Sydney

5 out of 5
199 George St. Sydney NSW
The price is AU$356 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
AU$356
8 Mar - 9 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (2,103 reviews)
Yes

Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026

Four Seasons Hotel Sydney
YEHS Hotel Sydney Harbour Suites

YEHS Hotel Sydney Harbour Suites

4 out of 5
252 Sussex Street Sydney NSW
The price is AU$230 per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
AU$230
22 Mar - 23 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Sydney. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (2,582 reviews)
Room was great, amenities were great, only objection was the pillows or lack thereof.

Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026

YEHS Hotel Sydney Harbour Suites
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Adina Apartment Hotel Sydney Surry Hills

Adina Apartment Hotel Sydney Surry Hills

3.5 out of 5
359 Crown Street Surry Hills NSW
Stay at this aparthotel in Sydney. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,421 reviews)
We had issues with room not cleaned properly. However staff good and hotel had a nice friendly atmosphere. A good area to stay.

Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026

Adina Apartment Hotel Sydney Surry Hills
Regents Court Sydney

Regents Court Sydney

4 out of 5
18 Springfield Avenue Potts Point NSW
Stay at this aparthotel in Sydney. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (942 reviews)
Excellent!

Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025

Regents Court Sydney
YEHS Hotel Sydney Harbour Suites

YEHS Hotel Sydney Harbour Suites

4 out of 5
252 Sussex Street Sydney NSW
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Sydney. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (2,582 reviews)
Room was great, amenities were great, only objection was the pillows or lack thereof.

Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026

YEHS Hotel Sydney Harbour Suites
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Activities

Reviews of East Sydney

4.2
Top destination
5 - Excellent
55
5 - Excellent 37%
4 - Good
78
4 - Good 52%
3 - Okay
13
3 - Okay 9%
2 - Disappointing
4
2 - Disappointing 3%
1 - Terrible
0
1 - Terrible 0%

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Favourite place to stay

5/5 - Excellent

Jb

Go to every festival you can

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Walk around some of the backstreets also visit the old Darlinghurst gaol

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

nothing special

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

dirty & gringy but hey!

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Lack of parking very annoying.

Cities near East Sydney

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